Drive Belt: Adjustments

Satisfactory performance of the belt driven accessories depends on proper belt tension. Belt tensioning should be performed with the aid of a Burroughs gauge Special Tool C-4162. Because of space limitations in the engine compartment, the use of the gauge may be restricted. Raise the vehicle on a hoist and the remove the splash shield to gain access to the drive belts.

Use belt tensioning Special Tool Kit C-4162 for:

CAUTION: The Burroughs gauge for the Poly-V belt is not to be used on the V-belt. These gauges are not interchangeable.

- For conventional V-belts affix the Burroughs gauge (Special Tool C-4162) to the belt. Adjust the belt tension for New or Used belt as prescribed in the Belt Tension Chart.
- For a Poly-V belt affix the Poly-V Burroughs gauge to the belt and then apply specified tension to the belt as prescribed in the Belt Tension Chart.

Belt Tension Chart:

Adjust belt tension for a New or Used belt as prescribed in the Belt Tension Chart.